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Job Summary
We are looking for lawyer with a disputes/litigation background that has the commercial awareness to utilise their skillset in an in-house environment and across multiple different contexts and disciplines, as well as an appetite to expand and develop regulatory expertise.
You will report to Deputy General Counsel, who leads the Comcast Cable International Regulatory team, and more broadly, you will be a member, and work with members, of the International Legal Team, all of whom work together on a broad range of commercial, regulatory, and compliance related projects. You will also work with many of our US legal to help co-ordinate and align the activities of the International Legal Team with those of our US colleagues.
Job Description
Requirements
You will help advise in relation to actual or potential disputesinvolving Comcast Cable’s international businesses which covermanaged communications and broadband services and technologies in the enterprise space, AdTech and syndication of Comcast Cable’s technologies. You will alsohave the opportunity todevelop regulatory and compliance expertise to support international expansion and operational compliance, again in tandem with other members of the International Legal Team and also with teams in the US. You will work with outside counsel where the need arises.
While a command of the law is essential, the company expects you to provide advice based on a nuanced understanding of its business and its products as well as personnel and industry, and to devise the best solution for a problem - not simply the best “legal" solution. We are looking for someone who is well-rounded, can work independently and is not afraid to “roll their sleeves up and get stuck in”. It is about being creative in solving issues.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are priorities forusand we welcome and promote diversity amongst our people. Diversity of thought is critical to the success of any business, and this is as true of the Legal function as elsewhere in the Group.
Minimum Qualifications
We are seeking a skilled solicitor with a strong foundation in dispute resolution who is eager to broaden their expertise to encompass regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a genuine interest in continuous professional development and a proactive approach to gaining knowledge in regulatory affairs.
Qualified as a solicitor or equivalent in a European jurisdiction with undergraduate and legal practice qualifications degrees from accredited institutions. Exposure to English law and contracts governed by the law of England and Wales is preferred but not essential.
•1-3years’ post qualification experience, either gained in-house legal or at a reputable law firm.
•Experienceadvisingin the TMTand, ideally, the AdTechsector– however this is not a strict requirement. We want the best candidate for the role.
•Self-starter, who will proactively issue spot and seek resolution, work independently (with appropriate supervision), as well as work cooperatively with small teams as the circumstances may require.
•Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
•Ability to work effectively with management and operations personnel.
•Ability to identify matters requiring escalation to senior members of the legal team, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality work product.
•Ability to support a fast-paced entrepreneurial business.
•Comfortable working across multiple practice groups, gathering feedback and spotting issues outside primary area of responsibility.
Disclaimer:
- This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
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Education
Juris Doctor
Relevant Work Experience
0-2 Years
